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Little fighter Isabella celebrates first birthday despite low chances of survival
Isabella, born prematurely as an emergency c-section at Caboolture Hospital, was an unexpected early arrival for first-time parents Lisa and Ken Heffernan.
James Novak applies award-winning skills to 3D printing with purpose
Biomedical designer and senior research fellow James Novak has recently taken out the top accolade at the International 3D Printing Industry Awards Trophy Design competition for 2021.
New medical pathway for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women on track to save lives
The Women’s Business Shared Pathway was developed to deliver culturally appropriate patient-centred care for First Nations women, aiming to support care closer to home and remove barriers to healthcare appointment attendance related to all things “women’s business”, specifically barriers to attending gynaecology and maternity appointments.
Safer COVID vaccinations thanks to the Queensland Adult Specialist Immunisation Service
A new service at the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital is supporting at-risk members of the community to safely receive the COVID-19 vaccination.
Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital welcomes three new dedicated Breast Care Nurses
Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital (RBWH) is thrilled to welcome three new dedicated McGrath Foundation Breast Care nurses thanks to the incredible support provided by the not-for-profit organisation.
RBWH opens doors to dedicated trauma ward
Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital is set to become a Level 1 Trauma Centre with the opening of a dedicated ten-bed trauma ward.
Potential privacy breach at RBWH Head and Neck Clinic
Metro North Health is responding to a potential privacy breach involving patients of the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital head and neck clinic.
RBWH offers special memorial for early pregnancy loss
The Chaplaincy Service at the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital will be holding an Interment of Ashes Service for parents and loved ones who have lost a baby before 20 weeks gestation.
Advanced Care Planning Week at RBWH
Between 22-26 March 2021, RBWH will be encouraging all Australians to discuss their future healthcare preferences with their loved ones for Advanced Care Planning Week.
Metro North celebrates strong female workforce this International Women’s Day
#ChoosetoChallenge: the theme of 2021’s International Women’s Day campaign and a phrase many women just like STARS Security Coordinator Wendy Roestenburg have adopted as their mantra in the workplace.
$10M Herston Biofabrication Institute Opens
Health Minister Yvette D’Ath and Metro North Health staff officially opened the Herston Biofabrication Institute this week, set to advance healthcare research and technologies in Queensland.
Metro North Australia Day Achievement Awards 2021
Recognising, rewarding and celebrating staff achievements is an integral part of the Values in Action framework, and helps make Metro North a great place to work.
163 new doctors kick off careers at Metro North
The next generation of doctors will be welcomed across Metro North this week as 163 medical interns take up residence across the hospitals on Brisbane’s northside.
RBWH receives international recognition for COVID-19 response
Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital (RBWH) has been named as one of five Australian health services to be recognised in the International Hospital Federation’s (IHF) Beyond the Call of Duty for COVID-19 recognition program.
Celebrating our staff
Outstanding staff achievements were on show at the annual Metro North Staff Excellence Awards. From more than 140 nominations, judges selected winners and highly commended recipients from across the health service.
Metro North Gender Service takes expertise Australia-wide and snaps up top award
The Metro North Gender Service based at Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital (RBWH) has won the 2020 Trans Community Virtual Awards as Service Provider of the Year.
Research excellence on show at awards
Our annual Metro North Research Excellence Awards are a chance to recognise and reward outstanding achievement in research across all clinical specialties and professions.
Grantley Stable Neonatology Unit reads their way to second place
The Grantley Stable Neonatology Unit at Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital (RBWH) has been awarded second place in Australia in the Little Readers Read-a-thon.
Better Together Medication Access launches across Metro North
A first-of-its-kind pharmaceutical program launched across Metro North Hospital and Health Service this month will allow greater access to medications for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients visiting its facilities.
WoWs Art Exhibition brightens RBWH
The annual Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital Windows to our World (Wow) Art Exhibition has launched this week, coinciding with Queensland Mental Health Week (10-17 October).
Queensland Trophoblast Centre leads the way in Gestational Trophoblastic Disease Care
A Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital-based centre is leading the way in treating a rare pregnancy complication which can lead to women requiring chemotherapy.
The Heart of Café Royale
Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital is proud to be a place which recognises and celebrates diversity among our staff, patients and wider community.
Have you had your Penicillin allergy checked lately?
A specialist clinic at Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital is changing the lives of patients diagnosed with penicillin allergies by re-testing their allergies to see if they still have a sensitivity.
Closing the gap in Indigenous maternity care
Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital’s Ngarrama Royal Midwifery Group are achieving incredible outcomes in closing the gap for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mums and their babies.
Queensland Milk Bank reaches 1000 donors
Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital’s Queensland Milk Bank celebrates a big milestone this month after accepting their 1000th donor of life-enhancing breastmilk.
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From the tip of Thursday Island to the heart of Charleville, Elisha and the incredible midwifery team at RBWH bring top-tier training to every corner of Queensland! 🚑👶
"The Maternity Emergency Program is a hands-on approach delivering real-life, high-impact scenarios that mirror the challenges teams may face during obstetric emergencies. We cover everything from labour and birth to managing pregnancy complications, intrapartum complexities, and postnatal care," Elisha said.
"By meeting teams where they are, in their own communities, we're tailoring education to ensure they're ready for anything."
The CSDS Faculty are looking for a compassionate GP with Advanced Skills Training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. If this sounds like you, apply now! smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-RBH607993
We are so lucky in Charleville to have access to this training. Thank you Elisha and the RBWH team xx
You're amazing Elisha! The Royal is lucky to have you!
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Well done Elisha!
The most amazing nurse and midwife I know! 💕
Fantastic work Elisha! 💕
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You are amazing Elisha 🤩 🙌🏼
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Well done Lish! 😀
The most wonderful midwife! ❤️
You do amazing work Elisha 👏
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Such an amazing nurse and midwife with the most beautiful personality and heart. Well done Elisha.
What a smile 💛! You're amazing Elisha!
Brilliant midwife and educator 🙌🏽
Go Elisha! You are the best! 😊😊😊
Amazing midwife!!
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Amazing Elisha ✨
Wahoooo!!
Congratulations to Frances and the RBWH trauma team for winning Best Medical Oral Presentation at the 2024 Trauma Conference! 🎉
Frances’ research found that 8% of rib fracture patients still require opioids two years post-admission. The study identified key factors like gender, age, and prior opioid use, and will guide future research on pain management and collaboration with community prescribers.
Frances also received the UQ Critical Care Research Award for this impactful work.
Big shoutout to this team for their commitment to advancing trauma care. ❤️🩹
Metro North Health I’d love to read the study! Could you please post the DOI or Title?
woohoo!! go team 👏🏽
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Persistent pelvic pain affects around 15-25% of women. But what causes the pain? Senior Registrar Philipa and Gynaecology Consultant Nadine from RBWH chat through it with us. 👩⚕️
"Pelvic pain can have many causes, but when it comes to persistent or chronic pelvic pain, common conditions include endometriosis, vulvodynia, dysmenorrhoea (painful periods), vaginismus, irritable bowel syndrome, pelvic floor dysfunction, and painful bladder syndrome," says Philipa.
"A lot of people put pressure on having a diagnosis such as endometriosis, however it's important to remember that any pelvic pain is serious and there are lots of different ways to help manage this pain," says Nadine.
Contact your GP or gynaecologist for advice if you experience these symptoms, who can help you explore further and refer you to specialists if needed.
Love your work ladies! Thank you for your dedication to women's health ✨
Amazing doctors 👏👏👏
Go Nadine!! 🥳🥳
Breanna Heineger she did your c section!!!
"It's been a whirlwind of emotions since Harper and Jade were born. They came into the world earlier than expected at 29 weeks, and on my birthday! It was a huge shock, but also a bittersweet gift that I’ll never forget. Harper weighed just 954 grams, and Jade was 1169 grams. The doctors and nurses have been amazing, taking such good care of them. The'll stay in hospital now until their due date in February. It’s hard being apart from them every day, but I know they’re in good hands. I can’t wait for the day I can bring them home."
#MondayMantra ☁️ Jess with Harper and Jade, 3 weeks old, RBWH Special Care Nursery.
That’s my beautiful granddaughter and my two great granddaughters. I’m so proud of her as a first time mum. They are so well looked after by the staff down there, I can’t thank them enough for taking such great care of them.
Oh wow thats amazing! They are in good hands. Congratulations Mumma!
Congratulations Jess, very special to have the same birthday. Beautiful girls.
Congratulations Jess you look well and babies cute. Love to you all Maggie
Wow, thankyou for sharing your story. I hope they get home safe real soon. And happy birthday to you all.! 👏🎁🥂👍👌
Congratulations Jess! My eldest was born at 31 weeks at Rbwh and he turns 32 in Jan 2024. It seems very hard but does get easier. Hang in there with your beautiful girls. 💜❤️🙏
Ohhh so special! Congrats mumma. Be kind to yourself - you and your bubs are amazing!
You have the best team supporting you 🫶 congratulations 🥂
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Little darlings! Congratulations! 💐
Congratulations 🎉
Congrats Mumma !!! My girls were born at 32w 2d due to ttts. 1916g & 1596g they turn 24 next year. Enjoy the twin-mum life its a journey ✨️ I loved birth to 1 when they couldn't get away, once they started walking and running off in different directions I wished I had spiderman skills to wrangle them!!
After 44 incredible years, our beloved gardener Barb is off on long-service leave, preparing for retirement! ☘
Starting at RBWH in 1980 as a laundry hand, Barb soon followed her passion, landing her dream job tending the hospital gardens. For decades, she’s been the heart of RBWH’s green spaces, brightening days for staff, patients, and visitors alike.
“Sometimes people just need a new perspective. I’ve loved helping them see things in a more positive light,” said Barb.
Her legacy lives on in Barb’s Garden, outside the Main Entrance. 🌷🌳
Barb is a magnificent lady whom I have had many conversations with. She is absolutely so proud of the Garden at the front she built. She can tell you all about the plants as she tends to them..Happy retirement Barb ..you will be a well missed face around the place . Thank you for your beautiful legacy.
Our gardens at RBWH have always looked amazing. So nice to be able to take a break from work and be surrounded by beautiful plants. Thankyou for all the amazing work you have done 🪴
Congratulations on your service not many long stayers these days. All the best for your retirement 💐
Loved my chats with Barb on my way to work and talking about gardening and life in general. Well deserved retirement. Congratulations Barb, you are an icon of kindness and dedication.
Spoke with Barb many times when my bubs were in Nicu. She’s awesome!
I loved my daily chats on my way to work with Barb. She took such great care of her garden, and my life was richer for its beauty.
Love your garden Barb and love the chats that come with it. Enjoy your well-earned retirement (hopefully still tending your own garden)!
You have been such a wonderful friendly asset to the place!!! We will miss you Barb!! 💗
Oh barb, you are so appreciated! We love all of your work and passion. Thank you for your service and the joy you bring!! Enjoy your long service leave. Barb you are an RBWH treasure!!
One of a kind.. A nice lady and always there to lend a hand. Have a nice rest and when you do retire do the things you have always dreamed of. Will miss seeing you on my many visits to RBWH.
Always amazing gardens at the RBWH. Enjoy your Long service leave and I’m sure you’ll work on an amazing garden at your place you can enjoy when you retire !!
Congratulations Barb, will miss you out and about and the chats, enjoy, well deserved 😊
What a sensational human being!! I have the fondest memories of chatting with Barb. I love what inspired her to learn Auslan too. What a treasure 🌸
The gardens always look beautiful 💐 - enjoy your retirement 😊
We will miss you Barb. I have watched you tend your gardens for many many years. Happy retirement.
Congratulations, here’s to a long happy and healthy retirement.
Thank you Barb.. I loved seeing you in the early mornings on my way to work. Love your garden.
Thanks for all your hard work,gardens always looked great 👍
Congratulations Barb you made the front of the hospital look amazing. . You are lucky after 40 years they destroyed my legacy , my reputation and kicked me in the ass. Enjoy your retirement. ❤️
This garden is like a little oasis of beautiful. Thanks Barb
The garden you created in Butterfield brings me joy everytime I'm in the office. Enjoy your retirement 🌼
Thanks for your hard work Barb. The gardens always look beautiful.
Congratulations Barb, well deserved
Always look amazing the gardens in front of RBWH
Have fun Barb Thank you for your service ❤️